Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Sumo Deadlift more often — 1,150 sessions vs 511. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Sumo Deadlift more often — 1,150 sessions compared to 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Differ
| What differs | Sumo Deadlift | Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | glutes, back, quads, and hamstrings | glutes, side delts, and hamstrings |
| Equipment | a barbell | a kettlebell |
| Difficulty | 4 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 1,150 sessions | 511 sessions |
How to Do Sumo Deadlift
Sumo Deadlift Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Move your hips back while lifting the barbell forward.
- 2. Push against the floor and apply pressure to the center of your feet.
- 3. When you are fully upright, puff out your chest and contract your entire posterior.
- 4. Move your hips back again and bend your knees to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please keep your chest open so that your shoulders do not hunch forward.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your lower back from rounding.
- 3. Be careful not to let your knees collapse inward when standing up.
- 4. Do not excessively arch your back while trying to keep it straight.
For a full Sumo Deadlift guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Sumo Deadlift exercise guide.
How to Do Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Move your hips back while lifting the kettlebell forward.
- 2. Push against the floor, applying pressure to the center of your feet.
- 3. When you are fully upright, lift the kettlebell to your sternum while keeping your chest open, then lower it.
- 4. Again, push your hips back and bend your knees to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please keep your chest open so that your shoulders do not hunch forward.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your back from rounding.
- 3. Be careful not to let your knees come together when standing up.
- 4. Do not excessively arch your back while trying to keep it straight.
For a full Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Sumo Deadlift or Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull?
Planfit users log Sumo Deadlift more often — 1,150 sessions against 511 for Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull work the same muscles?
Not quite. Sumo Deadlift loads glutes, back, quads, and hamstrings, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull loads glutes, side delts, and hamstrings.
What equipment do Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull need?
Sumo Deadlift needs a barbell, and Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull needs a kettlebell.
Which is easier to start with?
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift HighPull is the easier place to start. Move to Sumo Deadlift once your form holds up.
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